




Description
Job Class Description
The purpose of the class is to perform accounting and budgetary functions and financial management reporting in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and budgetary guidelines. The class is responsible for preparation, disbursement, maintenance, review, and reconciliation of assigned area of accounting, payroll or budget. Work includes the exercise of considerable judgment in assisting in planning, installing, revising and maintaining accounting procedures and in the preparation of statements and reports. Work requires considerable proficiency with, and the ability to learn and efficiently utilize sophisticated computer application software, including development of customized spreadsheet, reporting, and database applications.
Position Duties
The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional related tasks as necessary.
- Prepare, examine, and reconcile accounting records, financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and procedural standards.
- Prepare and post G/L entries, reconcile general ledger balances to detail journal or supporting information, record general journal entries and run or prepare financial reports.
- Prepare periodic reports and adjustments.
- Monitor, maintain and reconcile bank accounts and positive pay bank files, resolving any discrepancies.
- Prepare performance reports and other government reimbursement requests.
- Assist Financial Auditors with financial and technical support for annual or special audits.
- Perform internal audit functions as assigned.
- Prepare routine and special reports and other special projects as assigned.
- File and maintain records in compliance with the Document Retention Policy.
- Assists customers and co-workers in a friendly manner with issues in person, via phone and/or email.
- Provide support to the Finance Director and other department staff by researching budget variances, assisting with documenting policies and procedures, assisting with grant administration and/or special projects, researching financial records, drafting correspondence, and other duties as assigned.
- Regular, dependable and punctual attendance is an essential function of this job.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance.
- A minimum of (2) years of experience performing budget development or accounting related functions.
- Experience in governmental accounting preferred.
Additional Information
Work is conducted in an office environment.
Work is performed during normal business hours, Monday - Friday 8am-5pm; fluctuations to work hours, if any, are minimal.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation including polygraph. Requires drug test prior to assuming position and if employed, will be subject to post-accident, and/or random and reasonable suspicion drug tests while employed.
During an emergency, the Sheriff will determine who is considered an emergency responder and whose work is necessary to maintain the operation of law enforcement and correctional facilities. This determination is subject to change based on staffing and the operational needs of the agency.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Job Information
- Job ID: 67969015
- Workplace Type: On-Site
- Location:
Titusville, Florida, United States - Company Name For Job: Brevard County Sheriff's Office
- Position Title: Accountant II
- Job Function: Civilian-Administrative/Professional/Managerial
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job Duration: Indefinite
- Min Education: BA/BS/Undergraduate
- Min Experience: 2-3 Years
- Required Travel: 0-10%
- Salary: $22.78 - $26.20 (Hourly Wage)
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